Suspected Boko Haram terrorists in gun trucks and motorcycles attacked Dikwa military post Friday; forcing residents to flee the community for safety.
The border community with Cameroon, was attacked severally, before the military recaptured it including the Shehu’s palace in 2016.
Confirming the incidents Saturday in Maiduguri, Abba Fantami, and a Civilian JTF disclosed that the insurgents burst from the Dikwa/Bama Gulumba forest.
He said that even though there was no loss of lives, the insurgents attempted to occupy the late Shehu of Dikwa palace that was reclaimed by the Army.
“The superior fire power of the Army, however, prevented the insurgents from torching some of the Dikwa houses and a palace,” he said.
He added that some of the residents that fled for safety; had to return Saturday morning.
“On hearing gunshots, I had to flee along with my family member to the nearest bush for safety,” said Bukar Modu, while lamenting the incessant attacks on their community.
According to Fantami, the attack occurred a week after Marte military post was overrun by insurgents, but were killed with the destruction of eight gun trucks.
He said normalcy had been returned to the community, while residents continue with their farming and business activities.
